Roundworm
Roundworms can infest the human digestive tract, specifically the small intestine. A roundworm infection is also sometimes known as ascariasis or acaris.
In most cases, a roundworm infection doesn't cause any noticeable symptoms. Some people have a high temperature, dry cough and shortness of breath.
A roundworm infection begins when you swallow roundworm eggs. Eggs can be present in food or drink, or in the soil in which food has grown.
Roundworm infections can be successfully treated using one of a number of medicines.
As well as treating roundworm infections with medication, the infection can be controlled by improving sanitation and health education.